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Originally published by Nation Newstop
August 18, 2026
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Stellah Bosire: The cost of political goonism
The costs of political goonism are typically measured in fatalities, injuries and damaged property..
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The article "The cost of political goonism" highlights how political violence in Kenya, often involving the recruitment of unemployed youth, inflicts severe and multifaceted costs far beyond immediate damage.
- The direct costs include substantial burdens on Kenya's healthcare system for trauma care, emergency surgeries, and hospital admissions, diverting resources from routine services.
- Premature deaths result in lost potential income and tax revenue, with catastrophic household consequences.
- Political goonism also drives sexual and gender-based violence, leading to lasting health and psychosocial issues, and can damage vital health infrastructure.
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